Last week’s AHD Bulletin –
- Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 30, 2026. Link.
Most read posts from July 30th, 2026 AHD Bulletin –
- U.S. states grapple with workplace noncompetes. Link.
- NARMS Strategic Plan for 2026-2030. Link.
- Malone, Little leadership. Link.
- IBPSA Fast Bites – July 26, 2026. Link.
- Keeping small ruminants cool especially during the fair. Link.
Also see: Productive conflict; Licking:normal or chronic?; Distributive vet education myths.
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This injured kitten gets around on a wheelchair made of toy cars
Source: The Washington Post, August 3, 2026. Link. [Video: 0.37] Sayre Morgan spotted a yellow bag of cat food and a tiny stray kitten on the side of a road while driving home from work one recent night. He pulled over to find not just one, but a litter of kittens roaming a Cincinnati hillside. However, one was in serious need of help: The cat was on his side, unable to stand or walk. (Photo: Cincinnati Animal Care)
Do dogs dream?
Source: Happy Puppy Tips. Link. We all know dogs love sleeping. In fact, the average dog requires about 12 to 15 hours of sleep per day but that doesn’t necessarily mean their brain is also at rest. The answer to whether dogs dream lies half in the science, and half in their daily experiences. And yes, just like humans, dogs only dream when in a deep REM cycle.
Top dogs ride waves at annual World Dog Surfing Championships
Source: AP, August 1, 2026. Link. (Includes video) Top dogs were riding waves Saturday at the annual World Dog Surfing Championships as hundreds of spectators cheered — and barked — from the Northern California beach.
Basic timeline for interstate and international travel with animals
Source: AVMA. Link. There is a lot to juggle when traveling with animals or otherwise transporting them from one place to another. Use this printable checklist to help pet owners stay organized and avoid the last-minute tasks.
Why dart guns should be an absolute last resort
Source: FEEDLOT, July 9, 2026. Link. The use of remote drug delivery systems such as dart guns is an increasingly popular method of treating cattle. Although this method of drug delivery may seem like a reasonable option, RDD should be used only when there is no other alternative. Chris Clark says there is a long list of challenges and concerns to support this stance on the use of RDD, and shares his top ten reasons to avoid the use of RDD systems.
5 Surprising things covered by travel insurance
Source: Daily Passport, June 10, 2026. Link. Purchasing travel insurance is a personal choice, but many people appreciate the peace of mind that comes with having some coverage when their best-laid plans go awry. Jersey Griggs shares five common things that can be covered by insurance on your next big trip: 1) Pets and service animals, 2) Unplanned emergencies, 3) Device and excursion protection, 4) Protection on the home front, 5) Miscellaneous surprises like jury duty.
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